Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

Manchester Airport Hotels, Shuttles, Limos, Rental Cars & Restaurants

(Manchester – Boston Regional Airport – MHT)

The Manchester Airport in Manchester NH (official name – Manchester – Boston Regional Airport) is conveniently located in central New Hampshire in the city of Manchester, New Hampshire’s largest city. The Manchester airport is a very clean, modern facility with excellent security, plenty of offsite long-term parking areas with shuttles from the parking lots, and plenty of hotels and restaurants within 1.5 miles of the airport. There are also shuttles to and from the hotels near Manchester Airport. Check out the visitor information we collected about the Manchester Airport:

Manchester Airport Parking (Offsite, Long-Term)

Parking at the Manchester Airport is abundant with over 11,000 parking spaces on site. The parking lots offer plenty of gated parking patrolled by airport law enforcement for both long term parking and short term. Most long term parking is offsite around the Manchester Airport with free shuttles. The cost is $10/day. Here are GPS locations for 2 of the off site long-term parking lots:

Parking Lot E: N42° 55.544′  |  W071° 26.701′

Parking Lot F: N42° 55.292′  |  W071° 26.661′

You can also park at Highlander Airport Parking for $8/day. The GPS coordinates for this parking area are: N42° 55.506′  |  W071° 26.926′

The short term parking and hourly parking is near the terminal. Connected to the terminal at the Manchester Airport is a parking garage. The parking garage is connected by an above ground tunnel as shown below. There are belts that you can ride to avoid the walk to and from the airport terminal.

When you enter the parking garage a machine gives you a ticket and opens the gate to enter. When you leave, your ticket is taken by a Manchester Airport employee and you are only charged for the amount of time you have used the parking garage. The cost for parking in the parking garage is $2/hr, maximum of $17 per day, weekly rate of $85.

There is also a smaller hourly parking area in front of the terminal near the loading and unloading area. This is outside and you are exposed to the weather.

the Cell Phone lot is a free parking area for people picking up or dropping off passengers. This is located on Ammon Dr. It is a little bit of a hike. You’re better off parking in the garage if you don’t mind spending a few bucks.

The Manchester Airport does not offer reserved parking as their parking areas are never completely full. The parking areas were built way beyond the required capacity for future expansions needs.

Manchester Airport Hotels & Motels

Homewood Suites Hilton is also on the backside of the airport on Perimeter Rd. directly across from Springhill Suites. This is a quiet area with not much traffic but is close to the airport. You can see some of the runways at the Manchester airport from the hotel. 1000 Perimeter Rd. Manchester, NH. GPS location: N42° 56.204′  |  W071° 26.660′

Homewood Suites Hilton on the left and Springhill Suites Marriott on the right. Manchester Airport’s runways are to the left of this photo. There isn’t much in the immediate area and very little traffic. The planes don’t usually fly right over these hotels. Restaurants and shopping areas are just down the road.

Holiday Inn is located on Brown Ave in Manchester. This is a busier section of town, about 1.3 miles from the Manchester Airport. In the hotel is a restaurant called the Airport Diner. There is less air traffic here, but more auto traffic. There are about 4 other restaurants in the immediate area including Dunkin Donuts and McDonalds across the street. GPS location: N42° 56.691′  |  W071° 27.217′

The Fairfield Inn by Marriott offers Park and Fly packages, airport shuttle, full breakfast and usually are the lowest price of all the Marriott hotels. Check-in: 3:00 pm, Check-out: 12:00 pm. No pets allowed, on-site parking, complimentary wireless internet in rooms and lobby. Located at 860 South Porter St, Manchester, New Hampshire 03103

Phone: 603-625-2020

Manchester Airport Shuttles

There are many shuttles around the area from the hotels and parking lots. Many shuttle services from the offsite long term parking and hotels provide transportation to and from the Manchester Airport free of charge. Shuttles can be found right outside the doors of the airport that are ready to go free of charge.

Manchester Airport Limo Services & Rental Cars

Looking for a limousine or a car rental service near the Manchester Airport? Many of the limo companies and care rental companies are either based at the Manchester Airport or make several daily trips to and from the Manchester Airport and can pick you up if plans are made ahead of time. We do offer a list of Limo Services and Care Rental Companies Near The Manchester Airport.

Manchester Airport Buses

The best way to keep updated on the bus schedule for the Manchester Airport is on the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport website. They also have the bus fare rates listed on their website.

Manchester Airport Airlines

The Manchester-Boston Regional Airport provides service for the following airlines: Air Canada, Continental, Continental Express, Delta, Delta Connection, Southwest Airlines, United, United Express, US Airways and US Airways Express. See the bottom of this page for contact information and phone numbers to these airlines.

Manchester Airport Prohibited Items List

For a current list of prohibited items see the TSA website here: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm

Manchester Airport Online Check-In

Online check ins to flights at the Manchester airport are available through the airline’s website that you purchased your tickets through. Most major airlines will send you an email when it’s time to check in online. Online check in is the fastest way to get through the airport to prepare for your flight to and from the Manchester Airport.

Manchester Airport Arrivals, Departures & Cancellations

http://www.flymanchester.com/flightinfo/

Manchester Airport Weather

The weather at the Manchester Airport is typical of the rest of New England. The weather can be very unpredictable and can change suddenly.

Live NH Weather Information | Average Temperatures for NH

Manchester Airport Wi-Fi

The Manchester Airport does provide Wi-Fi services for travelers

Manchester Airport Security

The security at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is very thorough and very friendly. The airport terminal and provides is a safe and secure environment. The parking areas and parking garage is also monitored by airport law enforcement.

Manchester Airport Layout

The Manchester Airport has many great stores, gift shoppes and restaurants, including Samuel Adams Pub and Café, Samuel Adams Manchester Meetinghouse, Smuttynose Public House, Dunkin Donuts, The Granite Club, The Frequent Flyer Lounge, The Milltowne Grille,  Starbucks Coffee, Quiznos Subs, Great American Bagel Company and a Pizza Hut all within the airport terminal. The layout of the terminal is much like a larger city airport, but without all the congestion and traffic. The Manchester Airport makes a great alternative than big city airports like Logan International Airport in Boston and fighting the traffic getting to and from such airports.

Manchester Airport Runway

The Manchester Airport has 2 main runways that can land large jets coming into Manchester Boston Regional Airport (MHT). The different runways are used depending on wind direction and other factors. The photo below was taken of their more commonly used runway.

As you can see, the planes fly right over your head during landing only. It is quite an experience but be sure to obey all laws while enjoying this area as police watch it very closely, especially now since security is top priority and it is not a specified viewing area. Use at your own risk! The GPS location for this area is: N42° 54.843′  |  W071° 25.388′

Manchester Airport Tower

The Manchester Airport tower was replaced in 2008 with this new high tech tower that offers much better visibility and security than the older tower.

Manchester Airport Viewing Park & Aviation Museum

The Manchester Airport Viewing Area and Aviation Museum is located across the main runway from the airport terminal at 98 E. Perimeter Rd. in Londonderry NH. Use the GPS coordinates to find it easily.

N42° 55.659′  |  W071° 25.693′  |  Elevation 252′

The best place to experience planes landing at the Manchester – Boston Regional Airport is actually at another location near a pet cemetery. It’s on a small road that ends with a cul-de-sac. The Police do not allow you to park there and it is clearly posted “No Parking.” You might be better off parking at a nearby lot and walking there. The photo below is a view from this area.

Manchester Airport Address

Manchester Airport Directions

From Northern NH and Vermont
Take I-93 South to I-293 South onto Rt. 101 East to Exit 2 onto Brown Ave. At the bottom of the ramp take a right. Follow Brown Ave. for approx. 1.4 miles. Follow airport signs.

From Southern NH and Massachusetts
Take I-93 North to I-293 North onto Rt. 101 West to Exit 2 onto Brown Ave. At the bottom of the ramp take a left. Follow Brown Ave. for approx. 1.4 miles. Follow airport signs.

The traffic getting to and from the Manchester Airport is normally not too bad but can be heavy during rush hours. View NH Traffic Conditions

Manchester Airport GPS Coordinates

The GPS coordinates for the Manchester – Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, NH are: N42° 55.726′  |  W071° 27.072′

Manchester Airport Phone Numbers

Manchester Airport

Information Line

(603) 624-6556

Administrative Offices

(603) 624-6539

Fax Number

603-628-6038

U.S. Customs Office

(603) 628-6264

Airlines

Air Canada

(888) 247-2262

Continental Airlines

(800) 525-0280

Delta Air Lines

(800) 221-1212

Delta Connection-COMAIR

(800) 354-9822

Southwest Airlines

(800) 435-9792

United Airlines

(800) 241-6522

US Airways

(800) 428-4322